New Jersey Shore Blog

A "Shore Bet" for adding a little extra fun to your vacation

For many of us, dogs are family members and what would a summer vacation be without your furry friend along for the fun? Luckily, there are plenty of spots that welcome dogs of all types to enjoy the sandy beaches of New Jersey. No matter where you want to go in New... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAmanda Covaleski

As 2016 comes to a close, many people reminisce about the past year, from their highest highs to their lowest lows. At the same time, they create plans to make the next year their best yet. Whether they want to work harder, transform their bodies, grow their minds, or... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

Governments make laws to protect citizens and fulfill their needs. While the U.S. federal government is busy making sweeping regulations, state and local politicians have more time to focus on smaller scale issues that affect their constituents directly. State and... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

Because everyone always associates the Jersey shore with beaches and summer fun, people usually don’t plan holiday trips to the Garden State. Contrary to this popular belief, there are plenty of fun events going on down the shore at the end of December. Check out... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

Everyone knows the Jersey shore has tons of aquatic wildlife, from tiny sand fleas to giant whales. There are also plenty of national parks and wildlife preserves with magnificent creatures like sea lions, tiger sharks, and black bears (Oh my!). However, if you’re... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

If you haven’t read the first two parts of our series on how to take care of hermit crabs, check out our introduction and guide to setting up your crabitat. Here’s our information on how to keep hermit crabs happy in their crabitats and how to handle them. Hygiene... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

If you haven’t read the first part of this series on how to take care of hermit crabs, check out our introduction. In this blog, we’ll discuss how to set up your crabitat. The Basic Crabitat Acrylic terrariums are the best habitats for pet hermit crabs because they... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

Souvenir shops on the boardwalk sell everything from T-shirts to postcards to snow globes commemorating your Jersey shore vacation, but your kids will inevitably ask for the most expensive item in the shop: a hermit crab. The crab itself might not cost much, but if... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

The Garden State is home to plenty of Jersey Fresh produce that restaurants use daily, but the Jersey shore’s prime location also means fresh-caught seafood! Check out our list of the best seafood restaurants on the Jersey shore! The Old Causeway Steak & Oyster... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

As the Indian-American population grows, so too does the number of Indian restaurants as well as America’s desire for Indian cuisine. New Jersey has the third largest Indian population of any U.S. state, and the highest percentage of Indians compared to other ethnic... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

Chinese food arrived in the United States during the mid-1800s as a result of the gold rush. With more than 150 years of learning, teaching, and perfecting dishes between generations, Chinese Americans have adapted their dishes to American tastes to the point where... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

We aren’t quite finished with Thanksgiving yet, but many people are already concerned with the next day before they’ve even put the dinner leftovers in the freezer. Yes, Black Friday is almost upon us, which means huge discounts, line-ups and stampedes, and little (if... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

If you live near the Jersey shore, you might not realize how lucky you are. You can easily have a relaxing beach day at any of the amazing shore towns or visit a world-class city like Philadelphia or New York City with ease. And then, of course, there are the... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

Italians came to the New World in the early 20th century inspired by the promise of the American Dream. When they didn’t find streets paved with gold, they settled for the cracked asphalt in the poorer neighborhoods in New York City. As they set up successful... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak

Jersey shore beaches are fun, but they can be even better if you bring your four-legged friend! It’s important to be prepared and careful to make sure your day at the beach with your pooch goes off without a hitch. Here are some tips on taking your dog to the Jersey... February 22, 2018, 7:06 amAshley Pendrak